In the wake of Nigeria's First Lady, Remi Tinubu's call for capital punishment for kidnappers, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, advocates a similar penalty for vandals targeting power infrastructure.
Addressing the frequent vandalism incidents across the country, particularly the recent Shiroro-Katampe transmission line attack, Adelabu emphasizes the detrimental impact on the nation's economy and people.
Justifying the severity of the punishment, he asserts that vandals jeopardize national progress and economic stability. However, critics caution against the efficacy of the death penalty in deterring crime, citing concerns over human rights violations.
Additionally, Adelabu discusses plans to bridge the metering gap and enhance electricity access nationwide.
